EC Coach Status

In 2020 Equestrian Canada (EC) introduced a national coach licensing system.  The EC Coach Status program is part of a collective commitment to safety for human and equine athletes and excellence in instruction and coaching. Standards for earning and maintaining coaching designations help protect athletes, coaches, and our industry.

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Responding to the growing demand for oversight and accountability, in 2018, Sport Canada mandated all national sport organizations to implement enhanced standards for the screening and training of coaches.

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With a goal of creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments where athletes can flourish, EC acted on this Canadian sport directive by creating the EC Coach Status program.

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An active Coach Status is required to coach at EC and OE sanctioned competition. The coach Status is managed by Equestrian Canada. If you have specific questions regarding how coach licensing may affect you, please visit Equestrian Canada.

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For coaches working on the field of play in sanctioned sport, Equestrian Canada requires you to hold Licensed Coach Status. Review the video below to find out more:

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